# Sustainable Cork House in London Eco-friendly residential project built during the pandemic - **Source:** [ArchDaily Global](https://brifing.si/source/b856ce4a-b51b-4705-954b-40620e034caa) - **Published:** 2026-07-27 - **Topic:** [Business](https://brifing.si/c/business) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/0a6a2e20-f528-4400-92c4-e103370a82ac ## Innovative Housing Design Architecture studio Polysmiths designed a three-bedroom house in East London. Built using sustainable materials readily available during the pandemic, this home reflects modern architecture's eco-conscious approaches. ## Cork in Architecture The project's most striking feature is the use of cork as a building material. Cork's insulation properties and low carbon footprint make it ideal for sustainable architecture while providing an aesthetic appearance. ## Pandemic Challenges The project was realized during COVID-19 supply chain disruptions. The architects succeeded in completing it by preferring locally sourced, eco-friendly materials that were easily available even under these challenging conditions. ## Technical Details The 150-square-meter house received structural engineering services from Price and Myers. Enviro Building Company served as the general contractor. Completed in 2022, the project was photographed by French + Tye. ## Sustainable Architecture Trends This project represents new approaches in architecture against global warming and resource scarcity. The use of renewable materials and energy efficiency are becoming increasingly prominent in future housing projects. ## Architectural Inspiration Polysmiths' project demonstrates how sustainable materials can be combined with modern designs. Blending with London's urban fabric, this house aims to inspire similar future projects in sustainable architecture. ## Sources covering this story - https://www.archdaily.com/1181472/cork-house-polysmiths — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._